Genuine Parts Q1 EPS Forecast Decreased by Zacks Research

Analysts cut earnings estimates for the specialty retailer

Mar. 27, 2026 at 12:36pm

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Zacks Research analysts have lowered their Q1 2027 earnings estimates for Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC). The analysts now expect the company to post earnings per share of $2.01 for the quarter, down from their previous forecast of $2.19. Zacks Research has a "Strong Sell" rating on the stock.

Why it matters

The revised earnings forecast from Zacks Research suggests that Genuine Parts may be facing some challenges in the upcoming quarter. As a leading specialty retailer, the company's performance is closely watched by investors and analysts.

The details

Zacks Research analyst Team cited the reduced Q1 2027 earnings estimate for Genuine Parts, noting that the consensus estimate for the company's current full-year earnings is $7.90 per share. The analysts also provided estimates for Genuine Parts' Q2 2027, Q3 2027, Q4 2027, FY2027, and FY2028 earnings.

  • The Zacks Research report was released on Thursday, March 26th.

The players

Genuine Parts Company

A global distributor of automotive replacement parts, industrial parts, and business products.

Zacks Research

An equity research firm that provides investment research and analysis.

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What they’re saying

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The takeaway

The revised earnings forecast from Zacks Research suggests that Genuine Parts may be facing some challenges in the upcoming quarter, which could impact investor sentiment and the company's stock performance.